Campus Grounds & Turf Care Technician

Dominican-University-of-California; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Dominican University of California is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain campus grounds, landscapes, athletic fields, and outdoor spaces. The role involves operating grounds equipment, performing routine landscape tasks, and supporting safe, attractive campus environments.

The position requires 2+ years of equipment experience, ability to work outdoors in varying conditions, and a valid driver's license. Open until filled with opportunities to assist IPM programs and special events.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience operating and maintaining landscape and grounds maintenance equipment safely.
• Ability to understand and communicate basic work instructions in English.
• Must be able to lift 60 pounds and operate backpack equipment up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain hand tools, power equipment, and grounds vehicles for landscape tasks.
• Prune trees and shrubs, mow, weed, and perform general landscape maintenance.
• Maintain turf via fertilization, aeration, seeding, sodding, and top-dressing; care for synthetic turf fields.

Skills

Groundskeeping experience

Equipment operation

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lawn mowing equipment

Pruning tools

Irrigation systems

Job description

Dominican University of California is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain campus grounds, landscapes, athletic fields, and outdoor spaces. The role involves operating grounds equipment, performing routine landscape tasks, and supporting safe, attractive campus environments.

The position requires 2+ years of equipment experience, ability to work outdoors in varying conditions, and a valid driver's license. Open until filled with opportunities to assist IPM programs and special events.